FR Basics | A Quick Overview on FR Clothing Protection
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You may be new to PPE:
Starting a new job where you are responsible for ordering workwear,
Work in hazardous situations and are concerned that the uniforms...
Cold Weather Layering with Flame-Resistant Workwear
Posted onTo understand layering for outdoor work, you need to know how each layer works to keep you warm.
Layer 1) Dry Layer: Moisture Management
The next-to-skin la...
How many times can you wash fire retardant clothing?
Posted onTips on wash expectancy and the useful life of flame-resistant workwear. When considering laundering & the useful life of FR clothing, a few factors affect the life expectancy of a garment...
LAPCO FR sponsors newly formed Youth Soccer Program for SMP Youth
Posted onLAPCO Manufacturing, Inc. is honored to sponsor South Louisiana Heat FC, a new, local sports program for St. Mary Parish youth.
South Louisiana HEAT FC is a...
LAPCO FR partners with South Louisiana Community College in training the Future of Industry
Posted onLAPCO's donation of flame-resistant coveralls will be utilized during various training activities required for certification courses provided by the Marine Operations program including Basic Training Revalidation, Personal Survival Techniques, Proficiency in Survival Craft Refresher, Water Survival Multi-Egress Training Simulation (METS), and Water Survival Single Egress Training Simulation (SWET).
Insect Repellents & FR Clothing | LAPCO FR
Posted onUsing a safe, non-flammable, insect repellent formulated for use with FR clothing reduces the possibility of contracting Zika virus, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, West Nile virus, and other vectors spread by mosquitoes and ticks.
How important is the proper cleaning of FR workwear?
Posted onProper laundering and maintenance of any flame-resistant garment is essential to remove potentially hazardous soils and avoid a build-up of materials that co...
Attention Linemen! Win $200 by taking part in our #LAPCO_LINEMAN Photobooth Contest at International Lineman's Rodeo & Expo 2018!
Posted onEnter for a Chance to Win a $200 Visa Gift Card!!
One (1) Prize will be Awarded Each Day: October 11, 2018 and October 12, 2018
How to Enter:
1) Fol...
What to Pack for an Offshore Hitch
Posted onPacking for your first time offshore can be a challenge if you are not sure what you will need.
You are probably already a little nervous about starting a ne...
Insect Repellents & Flame-Resistant Workwear
Posted onChoosing the right bite prevention for use at work is a little different from choosing a repellent for use at home.
Tips for Donning FR Workwear
Posted onHow do fire resistant clothes work?
Posted onHave you ever thought how do fire resistant clothes work or what is flame resistant clothing? Learn how your fire retardant jeans, fr uniform shirts, and work pants can protect you and decrease injuries sustained during a flash fire or arc flash event.
Care & Maintenance of Flame Resistant Clothing | LAPCO FR
Posted onTips and information on garment cleaning and caring for your FR workwear.
READING FR GARMENT CARE LABELS
Always read the care labels on any FR garment before...
Blue Beauty was a Beast! - A Pipeline Welder's Story
Posted onOver the course of several years, I used the umbrella for work and at home. I weld on pipelines all over the United States, each state has its own weather challenges which have been no match for the strength of the LAPCO umbrella.
The Top 5 Most Dangerous Jobs Requiring Fire Resistant Clothing
Posted onIf your work exposes you to a risk of flash fires, electric arcs, or combustible dust explosions, you need fire resistant clothing to protect you. According to OSHA, flame resistant clothing “is a type of apparel that is made out of material that is meant to self-extinguish once the ignition source has been removed.”
LAPCO FR ™ 10oz. FR Utility Jeans = Continued support for Fallen Linemen Organization
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LAPCO FR™ 10oz. FR Utility Jeans
LAPCO FR™ FR Utility Jeans, were designed by an evaluation team made up of linemen assembled from utilities across the co...
Benefits of Custom Safety Uniforms | LAPCO FR
Posted onCompanies providing employee uniforms have a measure of control over uniform selection, maintenance, care, and retirement. This helps to ensure that uniforms meet the proper standards and that employers educate workers in the proper use of safety clothing. These preventative measures save the business money and man-hours by mitigating the risk for injuries and downtime resulting from citations for non-compliance.
Flame-Resistant Clothing Terms - Quick Reference | LAPCO FR™
Posted onCommon Flame-Resistant Clothing terms, acronyms, and what they mean.
Learn more about the basics of FR clothing here.
Clothing & Equipment
PPE: (P...
FRC Clothing Spotlight
Posted onLAPCO Modern FR Jeans
Check out Key Safety's Blog post in their FRC Clothing Spotlight about our New FR Modern Jean!
See Full Article Here
How to Pack for an Offshore Hitch | LAPCO FR
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Packing for your first time offshore can be a challenge if you are not sure what you will need.
You are probably already a little nervous about starting a ...
LAPCO Adds Flame Resistant Hoodie to Product Line-Up
Posted onJust as fall temperatures begin to drop, FR clothing manufacturer LAPCO has stepped in to provide the perfect flame resistant outerwear for those days that are too chilly for short sleeves but still too warm for winter jackets.
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